2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A3 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A3 | Palio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |